nekoz

Does anyone have any recommendations for a duster?
I remember the California Duster was popular back in the day. But I have heard it also scratches.

Any input?

SterlingDrive

I have been driving black cars for 30+ years and have always used CA dusters. I typically sell my daily drivers at around 40k miles with out a scratch or swirl mark on them. Dust lightly and you should not scratch the car.

Dave

davepl

I've got a $250,000.00 restoration on a black classic car that's 10 years old and has NEVER been washed, only dusted with the California Duster.

I'd be as skeptical as anyone, but they work and they do not scratch. That's about all I can say!

nekoz

Awesome! Thanks for your input guys!

All this pollen and dust lately is driving me crazy.

VictorBarron

I've used the same California Duster for 28 years on my toys and it has been excellent.

lordofwar

I have had my California duster since 1985 and it still works great.no scratches

nekoz

Thanks guys! I ordered the California duster along with the mini dash duster.

lordofwar

make sure you follow the instructions.let it sit on newspaper for the specified time before first time use.only use it on a cold car,not in the sun.go over very lightly,barely touching the car.shake out after use.

z06clif

In my opinion the california duster is the worst thing you can do to a finish. Ive used it correctly and have had scratches and swirls. You pick up one grain of sand and your done. I use a duster that works with static electricity and never touches the surface. You should never touch a dry surface anyway . Just my experience

Clif

randy ransome

How do you explain ALL the above comments and recommendations then?

I've also been using a California duster, for 6 years. with No problems on 2 black Corvettes.

fleming23

The same reason people can drive through an automatic car wash and think their car is car show clean. I echo the sentiment about not using a duster to clean your car. You are dragging dust and dirt particles across the paint with zero lubrication. You canm create micro-abrasions in the paint using this method, even using as advised and applying little to zero pressure. Ask any true high-end detailer their opinion and I would estimate 99% say not to use one. This is one of those subjective things because so many people either don't know or don't care. One person may see a clean, shiny black car while someone else sees the halos and micro swirls.

How many of you use or have ever even heard about using a two bucket method of washing your car? I know some people who use a new wash mitt every time they wash their car... It all depends on your level of OCD.

z06clif

I would venture to say that location has alot to do with it. . Harsh road conditions leave debris on thr roads year round. This in turn transfers to the cars surface which in turn transfers to the duster. Nothing earth shaking ...just my observation on 2 black Corvettes from 2003 till now. I really only show my car now so detailing is what I do. And the duster is a big no no for me. If you find this not to be true then your lucky. I have had to repaint portions of the car and in my mind the duster is to blame. One good thing is that I gave my CD to my wife and it does work wonders on the furniture...lol good luck

Clif

z06clif

Would that be a 2 bucket system even if you have a screen at the bottom of your bucket that allows your brush or mitt not to touch the debris that falls to the bottom?

Clif

l2vette

I have been using a California Duster for over 20 years.....no problems!!

0Tunerz Store

Pep Boys has them on sale, 30% OFF. Just ordered one and will pick up later today.

davepl

Your experience does not match mine. I've found the paraben wax picks up, coats, and isolates any debris it does pick up.

That said I use it for dust. If your car has got sand or dirt on it, you need to wash it with water or a waterless cleaner. We're only talking about dusting. But the stray sand particle has never bit me, and I have 5 black cars at the moment.

madrob2020

"california duster is the worst thing you can do to a finish". Really??? It's wild *** biased, unsubstaniated remarks like this that reminds folks who come here looking for answers, that so much of the responses are not from "experts" but people with "opinions". Always do your own research before buying in to so many "facts" you find on here. Also a lot of bullying here as on social media. (Mine is coming now I'm sure)-Hee-Hee!

nekoz

I ordered the duster but but since it's not here I can't read the directions yet. What does the newspaper do?

hcvone

If you use a duster to remove garage dust they work great, that is what they were made for, but seen way too many customers wipe their cars down after driving, and the road debris and brake dust can scratch over time

DevilDog II

I've used a California Duster for years and never had any paint problems. The secret is not to press hard.